When it comes to the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA), fashion is as much about glamour as it is about statements, stories, and symbolism. At the 11th edition of the AMVCA, Mercy Atang made the timeline buzz with her audacious, art-meets-fashion moment. She was draped in a custom creation by Toyin Lawani that was woven from a million golden safety pins. Yes, you read that right. Safety pins.
Tiannah’s Empire, the brainchild of the ever-daring Toyin Lawani, is no stranger to unconventional couture. But this look took avant-garde to a new level. Every inch of Mercy’s dramatic shoulder details, and fringed sleeves dress sparkled with meticulously arranged golden safety pins. And the headpiece? A crown of rosettes and structured embellishments.
Mercy’s look at the AMVCA 2025 will no doubt go down in the books as one of the night’s most memorable ensembles. It was daring. It was disruptive. It was memorable.